Anne Burrell cause of death revealed after Food Network star dies at 55
The 55-year-old TV personality was found dead June 17, and the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City ruled the cause of death as suicide, according to a statement shared July 24 with USA TODAY.
The spunky Food Network contributor, recognized for her platinum blonde hairdo and fiery but joyful disposition, made her debut in 2005 on the culinary channel's cutthroat competition series "Iron Chef America." Later, Burrell rapidly became a mainstay as host of "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" and most famously "Worst Cooks in America."
As the face of "Worst Cooks in America," Burrell was a centerpiece of the popular cooking competition that follows hapless home cooks as they journey to master simple kitchen techniques. Throughout several seasons, Burrell co-hosted the series with the likes of Beau MacMillan, Robert Irvine, Bobby Flay and Tyler Florence.
Anne Burrell, Food Network star chef, dies at 55
"Anne was a remarkable person and culinary talent — teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring," the Food Network said in a statement. "Our thoughts are with Anne's family, friends and fans during this time of tremendous loss."
Her family said in a statement that "Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend. Her smile lit up every room she entered. Anne's light radiated far beyond those she knew, touching millions across the world."
Her popular series "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" aired for nine seasons from 2008 to 2012 and earned a pair of Daytime Emmy nods, including an outstanding lifestyle/culinary host nomination for the New York native.
She is survived by her mother, Marlene, sister Jane and her husband since 2021, Stuart Claxton, and Claxton's son, Javier.
Contributing: Edward Segarra
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